Chicago, Illinois vs. Richmond, Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Richmond, Virginia is 10.5% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $33,107 in Richmond, Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Richmond, Virginia is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
39% cheaper in Richmond
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Richmond, VA
Compared to Chicago, Richmond is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  6.6% higher
  Commute
  39.7% lower
  Health
  12.7% higher
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  1.8% lower
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